Canon PowerShot G3 User manual

Camera User Guide

ENGLISH

• Please start by reading the Read This First on page 4 of this manual.

Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on installing the

software and downloading images.

• Please also read the printer user guide included with your Canon printer.

Precautions

This digital camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon

brand digital camera accessories (“Canon Brand Accessories”).

You may use non Canon Brand Accessories with this Digital Camera. However,

Canon makes no warranties concerning, and is not responsible for damages

resulting from, use of non Canon Brand Accessories.

Flowchart and Reference Guides

This Guide

Shooting with the Camera

Software Starter Guide

Installing the Software

This Guide

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Software Starter Guide

Downloading Images to a Computer

Printer User Guide

Using the Printer and Printing

(i)

Camera Body Temperature

If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware

of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period.

About the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than

99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire

or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a

malfunction.

Video Format

Please set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV

monitor (p. 165).

Language Setting

Please see page 26 to change the language setting.

Please read through the “ Read This First” section (p. 4) before using your camera.

Disclaimer

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is

accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions.

• Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described

herein at any time without prior notice.

• No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system,

or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission

of Canon.

• Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a

mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the CompactFlash™ cards (CF

cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF cards.

Trademark Acknowledgements

• Canon, PowerShot and Bubble Jet are trademarks of Canon, Inc.

• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

• iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

• Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc,

registered in the United States and other countries.

• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of

their respective companies.

(ii)

Symbols Used

: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.

: This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating

procedures.

Question? Look Here First.

3 How do I navigate the menus?

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42)

3 What settings are available under each function?

and

Will my settings remain in effect even after I’ve turned the camera off?

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 204)

3 How do I go about printing?

About Printing (p. 132)

3 What functions are available through the menus?

Rec. Menu (p. 158)

Replay Menu (p. 161)

Set up Menu (p. 162)

My Camera Menu (p. 166)

About this Camera User Guide

(iii)

About the Thumb Index

A quick introduction intended for new users who want to

shoot first and learn more later. Tells you how to get the

camera running and how to begin shooting and playing

back images.

Introduces you to all of the camera components, and explains

how to load batteries and use the shutter button, among

other basic functions. Also explains how to set the camera’s

start-up image, and start-up, shutter and operation sounds.

Describes shooting with the camera, from each shooting

mode to using the camera’s various shooting features.

Explains how to review recorded images or select replay

settings, how to protect images or erase them, and how

to edit movies.

Explains how to print and make print settings, and how to

select images for transferring to e-mail.

Explains how to transfer images to a computer. Also explains

how to use a TV set for shooting and reviewing images.

You must read this section before connecting your

camera to a computer.

Shows the Rec., Replay, Set up and My camera menus at a

glance and error messages. Also explains how to use the

wireless controller and various separately sold accessories

such as the charge adapter / car battery kit, externally

mounted flash units and conversion lenses.

Quick Start

Preparing the Camera,

Basic Functions

Shooting

Replaying, Erasing

Printing,

Transferring

Connecting

Appendix

1

Read This First............................................................................. 4

Quick Start .................................................................................. 8

Components Guide................................................................... 10

Front View ................................................................................... 10

Back / Bottom View ...................................................................... 11

Controls....................................................................................... 12

Mode Dial .................................................................................... 13

Main Dial ..................................................................................... 14

Display Panel ................................................................................ 15

Preparing the Camera .............................................................. 16

Charging the Battery Pack............................................................. 16

Installing the Battery Pack ............................................................. 19

Using Compact Power Adapter ..................................................... 21

Installing a CF Card....................................................................... 22

Setting the Date / Time ................................................................. 24

Setting the Language.................................................................... 26

Attaching the Strap ...................................................................... 27

Attaching the Lens Cap ................................................................ 27

Using the Soft Case (Optional) ...................................................... 27

Basic Functions.......................................................................... 28

Turning the Power On / Off ........................................................... 28

Switching between Shooting and Replaying................................... 31

Using the LCD Monitor ................................................................. 32

Using the Optical Viewfinder to Shoot ........................................... 38

Pressing the Shutter Button........................................................... 39

Using the Zoom (Focal Length) ...................................................... 41

Selecting Menus and Settings........................................................ 42

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) ...................... 46

Changing My Camera Settings...................................................... 46

Registering the My Camera Settings .............................................. 48

Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings......................... 51

Auto Mode.......................................................................... 51

Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting....................................... 53

Changing the Resolution and Compression.................................... 55

Changing the File Format.............................................................. 58

Using the Flash .................................................................... 60

Portrait Mode ...................................................................... 63

Table of Contents

: Functions and operations tables. These pages are shaded on the right edges

to make them easy to find.

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Landscape Mode ................................................................. 63

Night Scene Mode ............................................................... 64

Stitch Assist Mode................................................................ 65

Movie Mode ........................................................................ 68

Macro Mode........................................................................ 69

Self-Timer ............................................................................ 70

Digital Zoom ................................................................................ 72

Continuous Shooting ........................................................... 73

Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects ..................................... 75

Program AE ......................................................................... 75

Setting the Shutter Speed..................................................... 77

Setting the Aperture ............................................................ 79

Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture ................. 81

Selecting an AF frame .......................................................... 82

Switching between Light Metering Modes ............................ 83

Adjusting the Exposure......................................................... 85

Setting the White Balance .................................................... 86

Changing the Photo Effect ................................................... 89

Changing the ISO Speed ...................................................... 92

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode).................................. 93

Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) ...................................... 95

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ................................. 97

Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock).......................... 99

Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings ..................... 100

Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires............................... 102

Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer).......................... 103

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus .............................. 105

Switching between Focus Settings............................................... 108

Saving Custom Settings.................................................... 109

Using the ND Filter...................................................................... 110

Setting the Auto Rotate Function ................................................ 111

Resetting the File Numbers.......................................................... 112

Replaying................................................................................ 113

Displaying Images Individually ..................................................... 113

Magnifying Images ............................................................ 114

Viewing Nine Images at a Time (Index Replay) ..................... 115

Jumping Between Images ............................................... 116

Viewing Movies .......................................................................... 117

Editing Movies............................................................................ 119

Rotating Images in the Display .................................................... 121

Attaching Sound Annotations to Images...................................... 122

Automated Playback (Slide Show)................................................ 124

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Protecting Images....................................................................... 128

Erasing .................................................................................... 129

Erasing Images Individually .......................................................... 129

Erasing All Images ...................................................................... 130

Formatting a CF Card ................................................................. 131

Printing ................................................................................... 132

About Printing............................................................................ 132

Selecting from the Print Menu..................................................... 134

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ............................................ 136

Printing ...................................................................................... 139

Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print Function) ............................ 141

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) .............................................. 145

Printing with DPOF Print Settings................................................. 150

Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) ..................... 152

Selecting Images for Transferring ................................................. 152

Viewing Images on a TV Set................................................... 154

Downloading Images to a Computer..................................... 155

Downloading Directly from a CF Card.......................................... 155

Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via the USB Cable........... 156

List of Menu Options and Messages ...................................... 158

Rec. Menu ................................................................................. 158

Replay Menu .............................................................................. 161

Set up Menu .............................................................................. 162

My Camera Menu ...................................................................... 166

Resetting the Settings to Default ................................................. 168

List of Error / Message Codes ...................................................... 169

List of Messages ......................................................................... 170

Appendix ................................................................................ 174

Using the Wireless Controller ...................................................... 174

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Optional)............................... 177

Using Conversion Lenses (Optional) / Close-up Lenses (Optional).. 183

Using a Charge Adapter / Car Battery Cable Kit (Optional)............ 186

Replacing the Date Battery .......................................................... 188

Camera Care and Maintenance................................................... 190

Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 191

Specifications .......................................................................... 194

Index ....................................................................................... 200

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode .......................... 204

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Please Read

Test Shots

Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you

shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being

operated correctly. Please note that Canon, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its

distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any

malfunction of a camera or accessory, including CompactFlash™ cards, that results in

the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine

sensible.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should

never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or

domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the

copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by

means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights

even if the image was shot for personal use.

Warranty Limitations

This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises

while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before

proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited

Warranty supplied with your camera.

Safety Precautions

• Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety

precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.

• The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in

the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or

damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.

• In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to the camera, its

power supply accessories and an optional compact power adapter.

Warnings

• Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which

could damage your eyesight.

• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the

intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least

one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.

Read This First

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• Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage to

the camera or batteries by a child could result in serious injury. In addition, placement

of the strap around the child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.

• Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the camera away from

children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly

described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical

shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified

service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support

Help Desk.

• To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the

camera if it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the

equipment that become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage

electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or a

Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do

so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove

the camera battery and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Confirm that smoke

or fume emissions have ceased. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon

Customer Support Help Desk.

• Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Failure to do so

may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the

camera battery and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Please consult your

camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water

or other liquids. Do not allow liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been

waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with

a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that water or other foreign substances enter the

interior, immediately turn the camera’s power off and remove the camera battery or

unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Continued use of the equipment may

result in fire or electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest

Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable

substances to clean or maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may lead

to fire.

• Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt

that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area. In

dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long

periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.

• Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter cord. Any of these

actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.

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• Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it with wet hands may

lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, ensure that you hold the solid

portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cord may damage or expose the

wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.

• Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead to

overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards. Use

only the recommended power accessories.

• Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat.

Neither should you immerse them in water. Such exposure may damage the batteries and

lead to the leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury.

• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. There is serious risk

of injury due to an explosion. Immediately flush with water any area of the body,

including the eyes and mouth, or clothing, that comes into contact with the inner

contents of a battery. If the eyes or mouth contact these substances, immediately flush

with water and seek medical assistance.

• Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the

casings. It could lead to leakage and injury.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It

could lead to overheating, burns and other injuries. Use the supplied terminal cover to

transport or store the battery pack.

• Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to

prevent direct contact with other objects. Contact with the metallic components of

other materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions. Discard the batteries

in specialized waste facilities if available in your area.

• Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause

explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. Use only

recommended batteries and accessories.

• Disconnect the compact power adapter from both the camera and power outlet

after recharging and when the camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards.

Continuous use over a long period of time may cause the unit to overheat and

distort, resulting in fire.

• The camera terminal of the supplied compact power cord is designed for exclusive

use with your camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk

of fire and other hazards.

• Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold wide converter lens, tele-

converter lens, close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. If they loosen, fall off and

shatter, the glass shards may cause an injury. Never aim the lenses at the sun or

strong light sources. There is a risk of damage to eyesight.

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Cautions

• Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or

high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense

sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire,

burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing.

Ensure that there is good ventilation when using the compact power adapter to charge

the battery pack or power the camera.

• Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in such areas could lead

to fire, electrical shock or other damage.

• Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could

lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap.

• Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when shooting. In addition, do not

touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either

action could result in burns.

• If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm.

Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as your hands

may experience a burning sensation.

Preventing Malfunctions

■ Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields

Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment

generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may

cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.

■ Avoid Condensation Related Problems

Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause

condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces. You can

avoid this by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it

adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.

■ If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera

Stop using the camera immediately if you detect condensation. Continued use may

damage the equipment. Remove the CF card, and battery or a household power

source, from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before

resuming use.

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Quick Start

Battery lock

Indicator

To power

outlet

Power/Mode

Indicator

Release Button

1

Install the Battery (p. 19).

Open the battery cover and insert the battery

while pressing the battery lock.

2

Charge the Battery (p. 16).

Check that the power is off. Charge the battery.

The battery is approximately 90% charged

(adequate charge for use) when the orange

indicator beside the viewfinder stops blinking and

lights steadily. After charging, detach the compact

power adapter’s DC plug from the camera.

3

Install the CF card (p. 22).

4

Remove the lens cap.

5

Turn the power on (p. 28).

Open the LCD monitor and turn the mode lever

to (shooting) while pressing the release

button.

The Power/Mode indicator lights orange.

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Quick Start

6

Turn the mode dial to (p. 51).

7

Focus (p. 39).

Aim the camera and lightly press the shutter

button halfway. Two beeps will sound when the

autofocus is set.

8

Shoot (p. 39).

Press the shutter button all the way. You will hear

the sound of the shutter close when the shot is

complete.

9

View the recorded image (p. 53).

The recorded image will display in the LCD

monitor for approximately 2 seconds. Keep your

finger on the shutter button or press the

button while the image is displayed to continue

to display the image after the shutter button is

released.

To Immediately Delete the Displayed

Image

1.Press the button while the image is displayed.

2.Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the

button.

• Once you are done, press the

button to

turn off the power.

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* To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables.

•Computer: USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with this camera)

•Direct Print Compatible Printer (optional): Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied

with Direct Print compatible printers)

•Bubble Jet Printer with the direct print function (optional): Please refer to the

Bubble Jet Printer user guide.

Please refer to your System Map to find out which direct print function compatible

printers can be used with this camera.

Front View

Components Guide

Remote

Sensor

(p. 175)

(

Audio/Video Out

)

Terminal

(p. 154)

Terminal*

(p. 137, 138, 156)

Main Dial (p. 14)

Ring

Release

Button

(p. 185)

Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 38)

Microphone

(p. 122)

Speaker

DC IN Terminal

(p. 17, 21)

Strap Mount (p. 27)

Display Panel (p. 15)

Built-In Flash (p. 60)

Hot Shoe (p. 177)

AF-assist Beam (p. 40)

Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 61)

Self-Timer Lamp (p. 70)

Terminal

cover

Lens

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Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Back / Bottom View

Viewfinder (p. 38)

Strap Mount

(p. 27)

Battery Cover (p. 19)

CF Card Slot Cover

(p. 22)

Tripod Socket

LCD Monitor (p. 32)

● Upper Indicator

The indicators light or blink when the shutter button is pressed or the

following operations are underway.

• Green: Ready to record / Battery charge complete (100%)*

• Blinking Green: Recording to CF card / Reading CF card / Erasing from CF card/

Transmitting data (during a computer connection)

• Orange: Ready to record (flash on) / Battery charge at 90%*

• Blinking Orange: Ready to record (camera shake warning) / battery is charging

(The interval between flashes may differ according to the charge state

of the battery.)*

*Only displays when connected to the compact power adapter.

● Lower Indicator

• Yellow: Macro mode / Manual focus mode

• Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (although you can press the shutter button, try using

focus lock or adjusting the focus manually, p. 106)

Diopter Adjustment Dial (p. 38)

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Controls

(Menu) Button

(p. 43)

(Display) Button (p. 33)

(AE Lock/FE Lock) /

(Erase) Button (p. 97, 99, 129)

Omni Selector

(C/

[Exposure],

D/ WB

[White Balance],

B, A) (p.85, 86)

(Set)/ (AF Frame Selector)

Button (p. 82)

(Function) Button (p. 42)

Button (p. 29)

Mode Lever (p. 28)Power/Mode Indicator (p. 28)

Mode Dial

(p. 13)

Shutter

Button (p. 39)

Zoom Lever

Shooting:

(Telephoto)/

(Wide Angle) (p. 41)

Replay:

(Zoom in)/

(Zoom out)(p. 114)

(Continuous)/

(Self-Timer/Wireless

Controller) Button

(p. 70, 73, 174)

(Manual Focus) /

(Microphone) Button (p. 105, 106, 122)

(Macro)/

(Jump) Button (p. 69, 116)

(Light Metering)

Button (p. 83)

(Flash) /

(Index)

Button

(p.60, 115)

Top

Back

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Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Mode Dial

Use the mode dial to switch between the shooting modes.

•

: Auto (p. 51)

The camera automatically selects settings.

• Image Zone

The camera automatically selects settings according to

the image composition type.

: Portrait (p. 63)

: Landscape (p. 63)

: Night Scene (p. 64)

: Stitch Assist (p. 65)

: Movie (p. 68)

• Creative Zone

The user selects exposure, aperture or other settings to

achieve special effects.

: Program AE (p. 75)

: Shutter Speed-Priority AE (p. 77)

: Aperture-Priority AE (p. 79)

: Manual Exposure (p. 81)

: Custom 1 (p. 109)

: Custom 2 (p. 109)

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Main Dial

The main dial is used for selecting certain menus and for displaying images. You

can easily and swiftly select, confirm and switch menus.

Turning the Main Dial

● In Shooting Mode

• Selects Aperture value and shutter speed

(p. 77, 79)

• Selects menu settings by pressing the FUNC.

button (p. 42)

• Selects exposure compensation and white

balance (p. 85, 86)

• Manually sets the focus (p. 106)

● In Replay Mode

• Display the previous and next image (p. 113)

Clicking the Main Dial

● In Shooting Mode

• Fixes menu items set by pressing the FUNC.

button (p. 42)

• Switches between shutter speeds and aperture

values in the

mode (p. 81)

Turn

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